Top End’s Freds Pass Rural Show returns on May 24-25, promises to bring ‘unforgettable’ entertainment

The Freds Pass Rural Show is back again, with the event’s organisers pledging to bring visitors unforgettable entertainment, exhibits and competitions. DETAILS.

The iconic Freds Pass Rural Show is back again. Picture: Supplied

The iconic Freds Pass Rural Show is back again, with the event’s organisers pledging to bring visitors unforgettable entertainment, exhibits and competitions for the whole family to enjoy.

The two day show, held on May 24 and 25, will take place at the western side of the Freds Pass Reserve.

For showgoers, the Exhibition Pavilions will showcase the community’s artistic and creative talents, including a number of poultry, home industries, horticulture and market garden produce.

All the action from the Fred's Pass Rural Show. Picture: Supplied

Foodies will be truly catered for at the show, with dishes and flavours from Mama’s Kitchen, Yogis Way, Woollybut Creations, Hanky Panky Lounge and more.

For entertainment, Prayer Corby, who made the final 30 on Australian Idol 2024; Flame Tree Yoga; The Governors; Lilla Wellington and plenty of others will set the scene on the first day.

The children’s entertainment line-up includes Hyper the Clown, the popular face painters from Fairy Jill, and Dr Rube – Roving Magician, a children’s sensory zone and the ever-popular face painters from Fairy Jill.

Children will even have a chance to get involved with the Hay Bale Maze.

And, as always, the show bags are not to be missed.

There will be plenty of entertainment for all to enjoy at the show. Picture: Supplied

The action will continue on the second day with performances by popular Top End singer-songwriter Sally Balfour, as well as the mature age harmonies from Still Belting Out and Gravy Train later in the day.

The afternoon will culminate in the true territory sound of the much-adored David Garnham and the Reasons to Live.

For Shirley Preston, Chair of the Freds Pass Rural Show Committee, she said it was an opportunity to reflect on the continuous development of the event.

“This year, visitors will be captivated by livestock judging, animal displays, the iconic wood chopping exhibition, grand parade, main stage acts, classic car show, amusements, animal nursery, and much more”, Ms Preston said.

“Once again, the dedicated Committee have worked successfully to expand the range of attractions and the appeal of the event”.